Peak Vista
Lead Medical Assistant - MA (Internal Applicants Only)
Peak Vista, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Lead Medical Assistant - MA (Internal Applicants Only)
Summary
Title:Lead Medical Assistant - MA (Internal Applicants Only)
ID:0930-4897
Department Location:Health Center at Fountain, 350 Lyckman, Fountain, CO 80817
Category:Nursing / Allied Health / Clinical Support
Description
Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a nonprofit health care organization whose mission is to provide exceptional health care to people facing access barriers through clinical programs and education. We provide integrated health care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health through our 20 outpatient health centers. We deliver care with our strong "Hospitality" culture. Our organization has over 800 employees and serves more than 74,300 patients annually in the Pikes Peak and East Central regions of Colorado. Our service area covers 14 counties, from the front range to the Kansas border, with locations throughout Colorado Springs, Fountain, Divide, Limon, and Strasburg. Peak Vista is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC).
Compensation (Pay): $23.64 to $34.28/hourly, based on experience.
Summary of Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD
403(b) Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Perks Rewards
Employee Assistance Program
https://www.peakvista.org/resources/benefits-summary Summary: The Lead Medical Assistant provides administrative support, and leadership guidance for all designated staff, as assigned. Assists in the execution of all routine clinical and administrative duties and functions in the delivery of patient care. Observes and verifies competency of Medical Assistant staff ensuring quality care and exceptional service is provided to the patient, as applicable. Adheres to all Peak Vista policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides direct support for patient care to perform routine and acute clinical functions, pertinent to efficient ambulatory patient care, under the direction of a licensed healthcare provider; Lead responsibilities allocated as applicable and within operational requirements
Assists in the supervision of the day-to-day operations of assigned clinical staff as a member of the health center leadership team
Promotes and participates in the development of team-based care to ensure all delivery platforms support a patient-centric approach
Schedules designated staff; assists in the monitoring of time and attendance
Ability to precept staff and externs, and on-board new employees, as required
Updates appropriate training databases, ensuring monthly competencies are completed in a timely manner
Serves as the liaison between designated support staff and clinic leadership
Possesses the knowledge of key operating systems and standard operating procedures within the health centers, while ensuring staff and health center adherence
Assists vaccine program support and inventory management for all immunizations, as required
Orders appropriate materials and supplies in line with budgetary guidance
Supports Process Improvement/Quality Improvement activities in coordination with Quality Assurance Team and immediate supervisor
Ensures patient and employee safety, and satisfaction, while addressing patient and staff concerns and critical organizational reporting, in a timely manner, in support of the provider-patient relationship
Possesses interpersonal and professional communication skills and abilities in conjunction with emotional intelligence
Promotes and demonstrates the mission, vision, and Core Values of Peak Vista
Develops and maintains good working relationships with all departments, the management team, medical staff, and leadership
Embraces cultural diversity amongst ourselves and our community
Responsible for the human, financial, and material resources as well as data and information entrusted to us
Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to the Compliance Plan and conflict of interest requirements
May be required to float to other health centers to support clinical operations
Travel required to meet the needs of the organization
All other duties as assigned
Supervision Exercised: None Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Spanish bilingual preferred. Education/Experience: Education: High school diploma or equivalent education. Associate in health-related field or business preferred. Work Experience: 2-3 years as a Medical Assistant required. Supervisory experience preferred; medical office experience strongly preferred. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge, experience with use of electronic health records, internet, database software, and keyboard skills. Certification and Licenses: Registered/Certified Medical Assistant; BLS certification Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OSHA risk level/work environmental hazards: This position has been categorized as OSHA Level Three. See Exposure Control Plan for details.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit.
*Successful candidates will complete pre-employment screening; which includes, but is not limited to a Criminal Background check. Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a drug and alcohol free workplace an an Equal Opportunity Employer.
**PVCHC participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s I-9 to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration Records. To learn more, visit: everify.com
Summary
Title:Lead Medical Assistant - MA (Internal Applicants Only)
ID:0930-4897
Department Location:Health Center at Fountain, 350 Lyckman, Fountain, CO 80817
Category:Nursing / Allied Health / Clinical Support
Description
Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a nonprofit health care organization whose mission is to provide exceptional health care to people facing access barriers through clinical programs and education. We provide integrated health care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health through our 20 outpatient health centers. We deliver care with our strong "Hospitality" culture. Our organization has over 800 employees and serves more than 74,300 patients annually in the Pikes Peak and East Central regions of Colorado. Our service area covers 14 counties, from the front range to the Kansas border, with locations throughout Colorado Springs, Fountain, Divide, Limon, and Strasburg. Peak Vista is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC).
Compensation (Pay): $23.64 to $34.28/hourly, based on experience.
Summary of Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD
403(b) Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Perks Rewards
Employee Assistance Program
https://www.peakvista.org/resources/benefits-summary Summary: The Lead Medical Assistant provides administrative support, and leadership guidance for all designated staff, as assigned. Assists in the execution of all routine clinical and administrative duties and functions in the delivery of patient care. Observes and verifies competency of Medical Assistant staff ensuring quality care and exceptional service is provided to the patient, as applicable. Adheres to all Peak Vista policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides direct support for patient care to perform routine and acute clinical functions, pertinent to efficient ambulatory patient care, under the direction of a licensed healthcare provider; Lead responsibilities allocated as applicable and within operational requirements
Assists in the supervision of the day-to-day operations of assigned clinical staff as a member of the health center leadership team
Promotes and participates in the development of team-based care to ensure all delivery platforms support a patient-centric approach
Schedules designated staff; assists in the monitoring of time and attendance
Ability to precept staff and externs, and on-board new employees, as required
Updates appropriate training databases, ensuring monthly competencies are completed in a timely manner
Serves as the liaison between designated support staff and clinic leadership
Possesses the knowledge of key operating systems and standard operating procedures within the health centers, while ensuring staff and health center adherence
Assists vaccine program support and inventory management for all immunizations, as required
Orders appropriate materials and supplies in line with budgetary guidance
Supports Process Improvement/Quality Improvement activities in coordination with Quality Assurance Team and immediate supervisor
Ensures patient and employee safety, and satisfaction, while addressing patient and staff concerns and critical organizational reporting, in a timely manner, in support of the provider-patient relationship
Possesses interpersonal and professional communication skills and abilities in conjunction with emotional intelligence
Promotes and demonstrates the mission, vision, and Core Values of Peak Vista
Develops and maintains good working relationships with all departments, the management team, medical staff, and leadership
Embraces cultural diversity amongst ourselves and our community
Responsible for the human, financial, and material resources as well as data and information entrusted to us
Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to the Compliance Plan and conflict of interest requirements
May be required to float to other health centers to support clinical operations
Travel required to meet the needs of the organization
All other duties as assigned
Supervision Exercised: None Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Spanish bilingual preferred. Education/Experience: Education: High school diploma or equivalent education. Associate in health-related field or business preferred. Work Experience: 2-3 years as a Medical Assistant required. Supervisory experience preferred; medical office experience strongly preferred. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge, experience with use of electronic health records, internet, database software, and keyboard skills. Certification and Licenses: Registered/Certified Medical Assistant; BLS certification Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OSHA risk level/work environmental hazards: This position has been categorized as OSHA Level Three. See Exposure Control Plan for details.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit.
*Successful candidates will complete pre-employment screening; which includes, but is not limited to a Criminal Background check. Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a drug and alcohol free workplace an an Equal Opportunity Employer.
**PVCHC participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s I-9 to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration Records. To learn more, visit: everify.com